Film Screening: Wax Print (93 minutes)
In many African homes, fabrics lay unassuming and taken for granted. Surprised to learn that ‘traditional’ African wax-printed fabrics were a colonial invention made in the UK and Holland, filmmaker & fashion designer, Aiwan Obinyan, sets out on a journey across four continents to trace the 200 year history of this iconic textile that has […]
Gloria Richardson Day Artwork Unveiling
In celebration of Gloria Richardson Day, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in partnership with the Eastern Shore Network for Change (ESNC) present the unveiling of No To The Status Quo, an illustration of civil rights icon and Dorchester County native, Gloria Richardson. This commissioned piece was created by artist Afua Richardson, and is the first […]
Talks & Thoughts: Black Male Vote
On February 3, 1870, Congress ratified the 15th amendment granting African American men the right to vote. Join us almost 150 years to the day and participate in a conversation examining the intricacies of the black male vote in America. The discussion will be led by award-winning journalist and communications strategist Jeff Johnson, creator and […]
Sweet Love: Valentine’s Day at The Lewis
Indulge in a night of wine, chocolate and art. Come with your partner, your girls or solo for wine and chocolate pairings featuring wines by Markell-Bani Fine Wines and Sparkling Beverages, FLO Wines, and Brown Estates Napa Valley. The wine will be paired with chocolate from Baltimore’s Pure Chocolates by Jinji. Before or after the […]
Smithsonian Channel World Premiere: Black in Space: Breaking the Color Barrier
Reginald F. Lewis Museum 830 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, United StatesYou’re invited to the premiere screening of Black in Space: Breaking the Color Barrier. This documentary charts the United States’ efforts to get the first African American astronaut into space at the height of the Cold War and Civil Rights Movement. Be the first to see this new documentary before it airs on the Smithsonian […]
Museum Nights: RBG (Red, Black & Green)
Celebrate Black History Month at the Lewis with the return of Museum Nights! Enjoy the sounds of DJ Tanz Experiment with printmaking inspired by the exhibition Elizabeth Catlett: Artist as Activist Grab your team and participate in Black history and culture trivia for prizes Come dressed in red, black and green to receive 10% off […]
Elizabeth Catlett Family Day
Sponsored by BWI-Marshall Airport Bring the entire family to explore the works of renowned printmaker and sculptor Elizabeth Catlett! Spend the day enjoying Afro-Latino dance performances, storytelling and studio art activities inspired by Catlett. 11 am to 2 pm Studio Clay Workshop with Clay Art Instructor Sallah Jenkins Noon […]
Four Women: Catlett, Holiday, Richardson, Scott
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum and ArtCentric partner for this production of “Four Women” inspired by Nina Simone’s song by the same name. Explore the lives of four amazing African American women through song and dance - Elizabeth Catlett, Billie Holiday, Gloria Richardson and Joyce J. Scott. In conjunction with Elizabeth Catlett: Artist as Activist […]
Family Story: Genealogy 101
Researching your family tree can feel like being a detective with witnesses to interview, evidence to analyze and records to keep organized. Learn the basics of genealogy in the Lewis Museum’s Resource Center and start writing your family story. This program is the first in a series of genealogy programs to be hosted by the […]
Girl Scouts Event: Celebrate 100 Years of Women’s Right to Vote!
Learn about the suffrage movement that resulted in the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution. Experience a living history portrayal of Sojourner Truth, learn about Maryland African American women who empowered women and men to exercise their right to vote, “vote” at a polling machine and participate in activities that explore […]